In North Carolina, when a worker is killed in a workplace accident, his widow and children typically are entitled to receive worker’s compensation death benefits. However, the situation can be very complicated when the worker dies while unmarried. In 2018, we held a full evidentiary hearing before the North Carolina Industrial Commission and successfully obtained […]

In August of 2016, we were associated by an out-of-state attorney regarding a motor vehicle collision that occurred in North Carolina over a year earlier. The collision was caused by a vehicle owned by a landscaping company, and the insurance company for the landscaper had refused to engage in settlement discussions, claiming that the driver […]

We successfully litigated a personal injury claim for a 74 year old woman who was savagely attacked by three dogs in her own yard, and obtained a $1,000,000 judgment in Wayne County Superior Court. Our investigation revealed that the owners of the dogs and the home where the animals were kept had no insurance and […]

Riddle & Brantley are the most amazing, sweet, professional, patient, understanding, knowledgeable, well, I guess you can see what I think of them. My case was settled exactly one year to the day of the accident.

I really enjoyed how Riddle & Brantley worked with me through this whole process, always with a kind voice and the smiles were so inviting. This allowed me to know that I picked the right law firm for my case.

Regardless of your job, there are potential hazards that can cause serious injuries. As a result, most employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation insurance ensures that employees are fairly compensated for their workplace injuries without having to file a lawsuit against the employer. It is important to remember that you are […]

For most people, the only time they interact with an attorney is when something bad has happened to them such as an injury or a car accident. While under the emotional or physical pain after an incident, it may not be easy to find an attorney, especially the right attorney, to represent you. You will […]

If you were hurt — physically, emotionally, or financially — due to another person’s negligence, you may qualify for a personal injury lawsuit. Whether someone else can be held responsible is key to determining if you have a case. With enough evidence that someone’s negligence caused your injury, you may be able to reach a […]

What Are Your Thoughts on The Harvey Weinstein Scandal?

As many of you have heard, Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein is facing dozens of sexual harassment and sexual assault allegations. Weinstein has helped create some of Hollywood’s most famous movies, such as Pulp Fiction and Good Will Hunting. The scandal unfolded last week after TheNew York Times and TheNew Yorker published articles detailing the sexual harassment claims against Weinstein.

Many of the allegations stretch back several decades and involve famous Hollywood actresses or models. In fact, the allegations stretch all the way back to 1984. According to the article, Weinstein has settled eight lawsuits filed by women that claim they were sexually assaulted or harassed.

TheNew York Times article used interviews from industry insiders, emails and internal documents from companies operated by Weinstein. After the article was published, many other women came forward and shared how they were sexually harassed or sexually assaulted by Weinstein. At the time this blog was published, 27 women have come forward with their experiences.

Allegations against Weinstein include:

He pressured women to give him naked massages.

He pressured women to take off their clothes in front of him.

He offered to advance the careers of aspiring actresses in exchange for sexual favors. This type of sexual harassment is known as “quid pro quo” or “this for that.” In addition, Weinstein allegedly threatened to damage the careers of women who refused his advances.

He forced young actresses to look at him while naked.

He initiated unwanted physical contact with multiple women.

He may have raped women.

He may have attempted to solicit sex from an underage 17-year-old Kate Beckinsale.

Weinstein’s career has fallen apart since these allegations were published. Recently, there were concerns that he would commit suicide. In addition, Weinstein is checking into a sex addiction rehab.

What are your thoughts on this scandal? Do you believe that Weinstein will be charged? What do you think should happen to Weinstein?